Child Labor Amendment

The Child Labor Amendment refers to a proposed change to the U.S. Constitution aimed at giving Congress more authority to regulate child labor practices, especially in agriculture and other industries. While existing laws set standards, the amendment seeks to explicitly authorize federal regulations to protect children from working in hazardous conditions. It emphasizes the importance of safeguarding children's health, education, and well-being while balancing economic interests. Although not yet ratified, it reflects ongoing efforts to ensure consistent and strong protections for child workers across the nation.